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2009 Mazda RX-8 and 2009 Mazda CX-9 Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
| Model | Mazda RX-8 | Mazda CX-9 | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 113.2 in | -6.8 in |
| Length | 175.6 in | 199.6 in | -24 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 76.2 in | -6.5 in |
| Height | 52.8 in | 68.1 in | -15.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3064 lb. | 4312 lb. | -1248 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 20.1 gal. | -4.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.6 in | -1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 59.4 in | -4.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 56.5 in | -3.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 40.9 in | 1.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 38.8 in | -2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 58.7 in | -3.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.1 in | 56.0 in | -7.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 39.8 in | -7.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.4 in | -35.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.9 in | -56.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 43.7 in | -43.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.4 in | -32.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 113.1 in (over 3 rows) | -38.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.6 ft3 | 17.2 ft3 | -9.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 7.6 | 47.5 ft3 | -39.9 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 7.6 ft3 | 100.7 ft3 | -93.1 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mazda RX-8
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Very comfortable Recaro seats, even on long drives. Larger people may not be comfortable so beware. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Given the RX-8's compact dimensions, you wouldn't expect rear seat space to be a strength. But thanks to clever packaging and a subtly high roofline, there is actually space for real adults in back, provided those up front are short or move their seats up somewhat. With a pair of pickup-like rear-opening "half" rear doors, ingress and egress for rear seat passengers is a snap. For those who want a sports car but have children or need to transport a few friends occassionally, the RX-8 fits the bill nicely. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
The R3 Recaro seats had side bolsters that were a bit tight for us. I am below average in size as a male, and my wife is also very small and we found the bolsters cut into our hips far more than was comfortable. The seats are racing oriented only. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mazda CX-9
| 2009 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Access to the 3rd row is better than any other 7 passenger SUV I drove. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Easy access to third row, good leg room in second and third row. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Long legroom in 2nd row seating, fold-down 3rd row seating has large seat cushions for adults see full Mazda CX-9 review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Third row is plenty comfortable for two adults on a long trip. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
highly adjustable, nice and firm see full Mazda CX-9 review |
| 2009 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seats felt snug and the center console intruded on the driver side knee room. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I would rather have more second row leg room and no third row. My third row is always folded down for cargo anyway. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
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